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Date: 08-22-2023

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Jacob Padilla and Amy Castillo v. Teresa Djapa

Case Number: 5:23-cv-01767

Judge: Joseph F. Leeson, Jr.

Court: United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia County)

Plaintiff's Attorney: Anthony Canale and Marc Simon

Defendant's Attorney: Mitch Berger and Robert Dotter

Description: Allentown, Pennsylvania personal injury lawyer represented Plaintiff who sued Defendant on a negligence theory.

"Pennsylvania personal injury law is a complex area of law that governs the rights of people who have been injured due to the negligence of another person. The law provides for a number of remedies for victims of personal injury, including compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.

The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Pennsylvania is two years from the date of the injury. This means that you must file your claim within two years of the date you were injured, or you will likely lose your right to recover damages.

There are a number of different types of personal injury claims that can be brought in Pennsylvania. Some of the most common types of claims include:

Car accidents: Car accidents are the most common type of personal injury claim. If you are injured in a car accident, you may be able to recover damages from the driver who caused the accident.
Premises liability: Premises liability claims are filed against the owner or operator of a property where someone is injured. For example, if you slip and fall on a wet floor in a store, you may be able to file a premises liability claim against the store owner.
Product liability: Product liability claims are filed against the manufacturer or seller of a product that injures someone. For example, if you are injured by a defective product, you may be able to file a product liability claim against the manufacturer or seller of the product.
Medical malpractice: Medical malpractice claims are filed against doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers who make mistakes that injure their patients.
Workers' compensation: Workers' compensation is a no-fault system that provides benefits to workers who are injured on the job.

If you have been injured due to the negligence of another person, you should speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer to discuss your legal options. A lawyer can help you understand the law, file a claim, and get the compensation you deserve.

Here are some additional things to keep in mind about Pennsylvania personal injury law:

You may be able to recover damages for both economic and non-economic losses. Economic losses include things like medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage. Non-economic losses include things like pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
The amount of damages you can recover will depend on the severity of your injuries and the circumstances of your case.
You may be able to recover punitive damages if the defendant's actions were particularly egregious. Punitive damages are intended to punish the defendant and deter them from similar behavior in the future.

If you have been injured in Pennsylvania, it is important to speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. A lawyer can help you understand your legal rights and options and protect your interests."

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Outcome: Settled for an undisclosed sum and dismissed with prejudice.

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